US President Donald Trump threatened Yemen's Houthi rebels with "major military punishment" after they launched missile and drone strikes on oil tankers in the Red Sea. Concern has sparked across the globe regarding the rebels' involvement in the war. FRANCE 24's Kethevane Gorjestani tells us more.
In France, while Paris enjoys respite from the record-breaking heat last month, the riviera and the southwest of France are being swept by fast-moving wildfires. Thousands of residents have been evacuated in a seaside holiday area.
The United States launched a new series of strikes in Iran on Friday, while Iran-backed Houthi rebels opened a second front in the conflict, attacking Saudi tankers in the Red Sea and sending oil prices skyrocketing. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments.
Wildfires fuelled by extreme heat and strong winds swept across western Europe on Friday, forcing thousands to evacuate in France, triggering a state of emergency in Spain's Madrid region and prompting Paris to seek emergency assistance from the European Union.
Six candidates vying to become the next UN secretary-general presented their visions for the organisation on Thursday, as the United Nations faces a financial and confidence crisis ahead of a selection process that will determine its leadership from January 2027.
Iran and the United States threatened to intensify attacks on Thursday after Yemen's Houthi rebels struck Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, driving Brent crude above $100 a barrel and fuelling fears of a widening regional conflict and renewed pressure on the global economy.
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced a 20% cut to business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues in England on Thursday, his third major cost-of-living measure in three days as the new Labour leader seeks to revive the economy and support struggling high streets.
The International Mathematical Union awarded the prestigious Fields Medal to four mathematicians on Thursday, including only the third woman to receive the honour, as researchers weighed the growing impact of artificial intelligence on a field increasingly being reshaped by the technology.
Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike on Friday after talks with government ministers, but student-led protests over leaked medical entrance exam papers continued, with demonstrators demanding the education minister's resignation and wider reforms.
Veer Madho Singh Bhandari Uttarakhand Technical University cancelled two BTech exams after a paper leak allegation. An assistant professor was arrested and his services terminated following the university's complaint. Protests erupted on campus as students demanded accountability from the administra
Jos Buttler has climbed to second on the all-time T20 run charts. He surpassed Chris Gayle during a recent match at Lord's. Buttler now trails Kieron Pollard by a narrow margin for the top spot. This milestone follows a period of strong batting form for England's star. He has rediscovered his touch
Congress and Samajwadi Party leaders seek a 'big heart' from each other for upcoming UP elections. Rahul Gandhi assured unity, while UP Congress leaders demand equal status. Both parties cite past election results to justify their seat claims. Past alliance failures in Bihar and Haryana highlight
Thalapathy Vijay's latest blockbuster, 'Jana Nayagan,' kicked off impressively at the box office, raking in an astounding forty-one crore rupees net in India and a whopping seventy-eight crore globally. The film, directed by H. Vinoth, showcases Vijay in an action-packed role as a former police offi
FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich has voluntarily stepped aside after being sanctioned by the European Union over Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Calling the sanctions "unlawful and unfair", he said he would challenge them legally. Deputy President Viswanathan Anand will serve as interim president. Mea
Oil prices have sharply rebounded, exceeding one hundred dollars per barrel. Attacks on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea have revived supply fears. Kazakhstan's oil exports also faced disruptions, adding to global concerns. This marks a significant reversal from recent price declines seen earlier. T